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03 Feb 2025, 01:20
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this is impressive. I completely agree with Amit and what he says about pre thinking. That is exactly what helped me improve my Verbql abilities. Initially it may seem to be time consuming but after 30-40 questions, you start experiencing those changes and the process becomes instinctive
03 Feb 2025, 01:25
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Hello GMAT Club members!
I'm excited to share my GMAT journey with you all. I recently achieved a 655 on the GMAT Focus Edition, improving from my initial 565. The most remarkable part? I did this in just two months while working full-time.
Score Breakdown
Initial (Diagnostic): 565 (V80, Q85, DI69)
Final: 655 (V84, Q80, DI83)
My Background and Preparation Strategy
Coming from a food technology background, I was initially confident about my quantitative abilities. However, I knew I needed a structured approach to maximize my limited preparation time. After extensive research and watching numerous success stories, I chose e-GMAT as my preparation partner.
Breaking Bad Habits in Verbal (V80 → V84)
My biggest challenge was overcoming years of ingrained reading habits. In high school and university, I developed a habit of speed-reading passages and jumping straight to answer choices. This approach was holding me back, particularly in Critical Reasoning.
Here's how I transformed my approach:
1. Forced myself to fully understand passages before looking at options
2. Developed a pre-thinking routine that became second nature
3. Learned to identify common traps in answer choices
4. Built confidence in quickly eliminating wrong answers
The results were dramatic on Hard Questions:
In Reading Comprehension, I had to completely rewire my approach:
• Developed strategic note-taking (1-2 key points per paragraph)
• Improved from 35% to 65% accuracy on hard passages under timed constraints.
• Reduced my time per passage by 25%
• Eliminated the need to constantly refer back to the passage
Conquering Data Insights (DI69 → DI83)
The Data Insights section was completely new territory for me. When I first encountered it in my diagnostic test, I was completely lost. The graphs looked simple enough, but the questions were surprisingly complex.
My breakthrough came through e-GMAT's systematic approach to DI. They broke down this intimidating section into four manageable categories, which helped me understand exactly what I was dealing with. Their course taught me to combine verbal and quantitative skills effectively:
1. Quick overview of all data sources first
2. Strategic note-taking for complex information
3. Careful attention to question wording
4. Methodical evaluation of statements in Data Sufficiency
Following this structured method and practicing with their high-quality questions, I went from being completely lost to achieving 100% accuracy in Data Sufficiency questions on test day! The practice questions were remarkably similar to what I encountered on the actual test, which gave me tremendous confidence.
Quantitative Journey and Time Management
Despite my strong foundation in math, time management became my biggest challenge. On test day, I made the mistake of spending too much time perfecting early questions, which left me rushing through the final few.
Key lessons learned:
• Balance accuracy with timing
• Don't spend excessive time on any single question
• Have a strategy for when you're running out of time
• Practice time management consistently
Mock Test Strategy and Performance
My approach to practice tests was strategic. I treated e-GMAT's Sigma-X mocks as precious resources - they give you four mocks (plus one diagnostic), so I wanted to make each attempt count. What impressed me most was how predictive these mocks were:
1. Started with thorough preparation before attempting any mocks
2. Took two mocks 1-2 weeks before exam, scoring 655-665
3. Had one disappointing mock (555-565) when I wasn't feeling well - a valuable lesson about physical preparation
4. Bounced back with a 665 on my final practice test
The Sigma-X mocks proved incredibly accurate - I scored 655 on the actual GMAT, almost exactly matching my practice test performance. The quality and similarity of questions to the actual GMAT gave me the confidence I needed on test day.
Test Day Experience
Test day was intense but manageable. I:
1. Started with Quant (learned this wasn't ideal for me)
2. Took strategic breaks between sections
3. Maintained focus despite time pressure
4. Finished with a score that matched my practice test performance
Key Takeaways for Fellow GMAT Aspirants
1. Know Your Weaknesses: Be honest about what needs improvement
2. Build Strong Foundations: Don't rush through basics
3. Practice Smart: Quality over quantity in your practice
4. Stay Healthy: Physical and mental fitness matter
5. Trust Your Practice: Let your preparation give you confidence
Final Thoughts
My journey from 565 to 655 in two months shows what's possible with dedication and the right resources. The key was combining focused effort with structured preparation. I found that having the right studying platform made a huge difference - e-GMAT's systematic approach aligned perfectly with my learning style and time constraints.
Remember, no matter your background, GMAT success is achievable. Stay focused, trust the process, and maintain confidence in your abilities.
Best of luck to all GMAT aspirants!
I'm excited to share my GMAT journey with you all. I recently achieved a 655 on the GMAT Focus Edition, improving from my initial 565. The most remarkable part? I did this in just two months while working full-time.
Score Breakdown
Initial (Diagnostic): 565 (V80, Q85, DI69)
Final: 655 (V84, Q80, DI83)
My Background and Preparation Strategy
Coming from a food technology background, I was initially confident about my quantitative abilities. However, I knew I needed a structured approach to maximize my limited preparation time. After extensive research and watching numerous success stories, I chose e-GMAT as my preparation partner.
Breaking Bad Habits in Verbal (V80 → V84)
My biggest challenge was overcoming years of ingrained reading habits. In high school and university, I developed a habit of speed-reading passages and jumping straight to answer choices. This approach was holding me back, particularly in Critical Reasoning.
Here's how I transformed my approach:
1. Forced myself to fully understand passages before looking at options
2. Developed a pre-thinking routine that became second nature
3. Learned to identify common traps in answer choices
4. Built confidence in quickly eliminating wrong answers
The results were dramatic on Hard Questions:
In Reading Comprehension, I had to completely rewire my approach:
• Developed strategic note-taking (1-2 key points per paragraph)
• Improved from 35% to 65% accuracy on hard passages under timed constraints.
• Reduced my time per passage by 25%
• Eliminated the need to constantly refer back to the passage
Conquering Data Insights (DI69 → DI83)
The Data Insights section was completely new territory for me. When I first encountered it in my diagnostic test, I was completely lost. The graphs looked simple enough, but the questions were surprisingly complex.
My breakthrough came through e-GMAT's systematic approach to DI. They broke down this intimidating section into four manageable categories, which helped me understand exactly what I was dealing with. Their course taught me to combine verbal and quantitative skills effectively:
1. Quick overview of all data sources first
2. Strategic note-taking for complex information
3. Careful attention to question wording
4. Methodical evaluation of statements in Data Sufficiency
Following this structured method and practicing with their high-quality questions, I went from being completely lost to achieving 100% accuracy in Data Sufficiency questions on test day! The practice questions were remarkably similar to what I encountered on the actual test, which gave me tremendous confidence.
Quantitative Journey and Time Management
Despite my strong foundation in math, time management became my biggest challenge. On test day, I made the mistake of spending too much time perfecting early questions, which left me rushing through the final few.
Key lessons learned:
• Balance accuracy with timing
• Don't spend excessive time on any single question
• Have a strategy for when you're running out of time
• Practice time management consistently
Mock Test Strategy and Performance
My approach to practice tests was strategic. I treated e-GMAT's Sigma-X mocks as precious resources - they give you four mocks (plus one diagnostic), so I wanted to make each attempt count. What impressed me most was how predictive these mocks were:
1. Started with thorough preparation before attempting any mocks
2. Took two mocks 1-2 weeks before exam, scoring 655-665
3. Had one disappointing mock (555-565) when I wasn't feeling well - a valuable lesson about physical preparation
4. Bounced back with a 665 on my final practice test
The Sigma-X mocks proved incredibly accurate - I scored 655 on the actual GMAT, almost exactly matching my practice test performance. The quality and similarity of questions to the actual GMAT gave me the confidence I needed on test day.
Test Day Experience
Test day was intense but manageable. I:
1. Started with Quant (learned this wasn't ideal for me)
2. Took strategic breaks between sections
3. Maintained focus despite time pressure
4. Finished with a score that matched my practice test performance
Key Takeaways for Fellow GMAT Aspirants
1. Know Your Weaknesses: Be honest about what needs improvement
2. Build Strong Foundations: Don't rush through basics
3. Practice Smart: Quality over quantity in your practice
4. Stay Healthy: Physical and mental fitness matter
5. Trust Your Practice: Let your preparation give you confidence
Final Thoughts
My journey from 565 to 655 in two months shows what's possible with dedication and the right resources. The key was combining focused effort with structured preparation. I found that having the right studying platform made a huge difference - e-GMAT's systematic approach aligned perfectly with my learning style and time constraints.
Remember, no matter your background, GMAT success is achievable. Stay focused, trust the process, and maintain confidence in your abilities.
Best of luck to all GMAT aspirants!
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04 Feb 2025, 02:56
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Hey there,
Congratulations on your fantastic GMAT improvement! 🎉 Moving from 565 to 655 in just two months while working full-time is truly impressive. Your detailed breakdown of Verbal, DI, and Quant strategies will surely help many fellow test-takers.
Your approach to verbal—rewiring reading habits, strategic note-taking, and pre-thinking—resonates with what top scorers emphasize. Also, your DI transformation is inspiring, especially how you adapted to an entirely new section with structured learning.
The biggest takeaway here is your emphasis on quality over quantity in practice, time management, and trust in the process. Many aspirants can benefit from your experience, particularly how you handled mocks strategically and learned from setbacks.
Thanks for sharing your journey—wishing you the best in your B-school applications! 🚀
Best,
A Fellow GMAT Aspirant
Congratulations on your fantastic GMAT improvement! 🎉 Moving from 565 to 655 in just two months while working full-time is truly impressive. Your detailed breakdown of Verbal, DI, and Quant strategies will surely help many fellow test-takers.
Your approach to verbal—rewiring reading habits, strategic note-taking, and pre-thinking—resonates with what top scorers emphasize. Also, your DI transformation is inspiring, especially how you adapted to an entirely new section with structured learning.
The biggest takeaway here is your emphasis on quality over quantity in practice, time management, and trust in the process. Many aspirants can benefit from your experience, particularly how you handled mocks strategically and learned from setbacks.
Thanks for sharing your journey—wishing you the best in your B-school applications! 🚀
Best,
A Fellow GMAT Aspirant
